replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplās-mənt 

1

: the action or process of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another especially in a job or function

Synonyms

• backup
• cover
• designated hitter
• fill-in
• locum tenens
• pinch hitter
• relief
• reserve
• stand-in
• sub
• substitute

Examples of replacement in a Sentence

We need a replacement for our old vacuum cleaner.

Where can we get replacement parts for the tractor?

Recent Examples on the Web

An injury to star goalkeeper Alisson may negatively affect this, but his replacement, Kelleher, is widely considered one of the best backup goalkeepers in the league. —James Nalton, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024

The Substance follows 50-something Elisabeth Sparkle (Demi Moore), a Hollywood star who finds herself at a point in her career when the men around her are on the lookout for a younger, perkier replacement. —Daisy Jones, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2024

Goalies get warm-up time If an injured goaltender is removed from a game, their replacement may be given time to warm up. —Analis Bailey, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024

Over the course of 2023, USA TODAY spoke to more than 30 travelers whose mobility devices were damaged or destroyed by U.S. airlines, and many said the process of waiting for repairs or replacements took months, often leaving them homebound in the meantime. —Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 23 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1743, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing replacement

• estrogen replacement therapy
• hormone replacement therapy
• replacement set
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Kids Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment ri-ˈplā-smənt 

1

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

2

: one that replaces another : substitute

Legal Definition

replacement

noun

re·​place·​ment

1

a

: the act of replacing : the state of being replaced

b

: an insurer's option under a policy to replace or repair damaged property rather than pay the insured for the loss

2

: something that replaces

specifically : a new fixed asset or portion of an asset that takes the place of one discarded (as because of deterioration)